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Dr. Giselle Petzinger, MD

Los Angeles, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Petzinger, Neurologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Giselle Petzinger, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Petzinger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petzinger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petzinger’s office at (323) 442-5710.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Petzinger?

    Dr. Giselle Petzinger, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Petzinger empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Parkinson's Disease/Movement Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Petzinger is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Petzinger speak?

    Dr. Petzinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Petzinger treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Petzinger diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Petzinger. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
    • Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans
    • Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism
    • Fluctuating Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
    • Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20: Parkinson's disease
    • G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
    • G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
    • G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Also known as:

    • Slurred or Unclear Speech
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Dysarthria
    • Anarthria
    • Difficulty articulating words

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R471: Dysarthria and anarthria

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Ataxia
    • Cerebellar Disorder
    • Movement Disorder
    • Genetic Ataxia
    • Inherited Balance Disorder
    • Familial Ataxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G118: Other hereditary ataxias

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Tremor
    • Shaking
    • Involuntary Shaking
    • Essential Tremor
    • Parkinsonian Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R251: Tremor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dystonia
    • Muscle Spasm Disorder
    • Involuntary Muscle Contractions
    • Movement Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G249: Dystonia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Does Dr. Petzinger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petzinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petzinger accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Petzinger in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Petzinger's office located?

    Dr. Giselle Petzinger's Primary Practice

    1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 442-5710

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    What is Dr. Petzinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Petzinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003857715.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petzinger?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petzinger

    What is Dr. Giselle Petzinger's specialty?

    Dr. Petzinger is a Neurologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

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    Is this Dr. Giselle Petzinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Petzinger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Keck Hospital of USC. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Giselle Petzinger accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Giselle Petzinger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Giselle Petzinger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petzinger's office at (323) 442-5710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Giselle Petzinger?

    Please contact Dr. Petzinger's office at (323) 442-5710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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